Radiotherapy - BSc (Hons)
Bachelor's degree
In Birmingham
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Birmingham
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Duration
3 Years
This is the only course in Birmingham that covers oncology, radiotherapy technology and psychosocial issues surrounding cancer care. Our radiotherapy course will teach you to work with patients of all ages, to help relieve and/or cure the symptoms of their cancer.
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About this course
OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.
It will also allow you to become more involved in University life by delivering, leading and supporting many aspects of the learning experience, from administration to research and mentoring roles.
120 UCAS tariff points from A/AS Level
GCSE
Five subjects at grade C/4 or above
Must include Mathematics, English language and Science subjects
Level 2 equivalent qualifications (e.g. Functional Skills) are not accepted
Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment
Preference is given to applicants who have obtained these grades on application
Irish Leaving Certificate (Ordinary Level)
See level 3 entry under Irish Leaving Certificate for full details
Excellent placement opportunities - 50 per cent of your time will be spent in the work place to provide you with a competitive advantage when graduating
High employability rate - 100 per cent of students were in graduate level employment or further study within six months of graduating from this course, on an average starting salary of £22k (DLHE, 2016/17)
We are the leading centre for radiotherapy in the West Midlands. As the only course of its kind in the West Midlands, we are proud to be pioneers in developing professional radiotherapy radiographers
Approved by professional regulatory bodies - this course is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Society and College of Radiographers (SCoR)
Established links with the NHS, which you’ll benefit from by having full access to for learning, work placements and the opportunity to build a professional network of contacts ready for when you graduate
Flexible study - this course can be studied full-time over three years or part-time over six years to suit you
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Subjects
- Technology
- Oncology
- GCSE Physics
- Radiotherapy
- Radiography Research
- Compassionate Care
- Radiotherapy Theory
- Radiotherapy Technology
- Oncology Patient
- Radiotherapy Practitioner
Course programme
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
- Physics for Radiotherapy
- Professional and Compassionate Care
- Principles of Oncology & Radiotherapy
- Radiotherapy Theory and Practice 1
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
- Evidence Based Practice
- Radiotherapy Theory and Practice 2
- Applied Radiotherapy Technology and Radiobiology
In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits).
- Research Module
- The Competent Radiotherapy Practitioner
- Advanced Management of the Oncology Patient
Additional information
UK Students
Award: BSc (Hons) Starting: Sep 2021
Mode
Full Time
Duration
3 years
Fees
£9,250 per year
Radiotherapy - BSc (Hons)